Full-Time

Animal and Zoo Management

ANIMAL CARE AT A GLANCE

If you have a keen interest in working with animals, this course is for you. Youâ€™ll enjoy a mixture of practical lessons to help you develop animal handling techniques and classroom based work where youâ€™ll gain the relevant knowledge.

Qualification:

Level 1

Level of Study:

Full-Time

Dates:

09/09/2019 - 26/06/2020

Interview:

Yes

Location:

On Campus

Duration:

1 year

What will I learn?

If you have a keen interest in working with animals, this course is for you. Youâ€™ll enjoy a mixture of practical lessons to help you develop animal handling techniques and classroom based work where youâ€™ll gain the relevant knowledge.

Sparsholt students also benefit from visits to a range of animal collections, such as Bristol Zoo and the Cotswold Wildlife Park, and the opportunity to hear from people already working with animals at the annual Speakersâ€™ Day â€“ giving valuable industry insight.

Topics covered

â€˘ Animal handling and health

â€˘ Health and safety

â€˘ Animal feeding and accommodation

â€˘ Animals in the wild and in society

â€˘ Developing team working and personal skills

Entry requirements?

Two or more GCSEs at grade D-E/3-1 or above.

What can I study next?

Level 2 in Animal Care

Careers

Kennel or cattery worker

Dog walker

Pet shop assistant

Animal care assistant

Level 1: Work based learning

A work based learning option is also available which offers a more applied approach and is based exclusively on site. The work based learning option will allow students to learn practical skills in a supported environment.